Browse all 1559 sessions at the Interactive Festival in Austin 2012

BBQ Crash Course (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 11:00am to 2:00pm

Place East Tent, Brush Square Park (map)

Topics BBQ, Food, Music, Needs RSVP, Party

Abstract Network with fellow SXSW attendees while savoring Texas' best BBQ. Music from Beaver Nelson. Celebrity ... more

Tech Career Expo (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 11:00am to 5:00pm

Place Austin Music Hall (map)

46 interested

Topics Careers, Hiring

Abstract Land a new (or better) job at SXSW. Chat with over 30 hot companies, from ... more

Taco Table (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Place Palm Park (map)

8 interested

Topics Food, Luncheons

Abstract Hungry for some of Austin’s best Tex-Mex food during your stay at SXSW? Then don’t ... more

Sex on the Web – The Sabotage of Relationships? (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Driskill Ballroom, Mezzanine, Driskill Hotel (map)

8 interested

Speakers Julie Gillis, Mia Martina, Rosie Q, Sadie Smythe

Topics Content, Relationships, Sex

Abstract People want to confess who they are to someone, anyone. And they want to discover ... more

Formula 1: Driving Global Technology & Innovation (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon FG, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

30 interested

Speakers Geoff Moore

Topics F1, Innovation, Research, Technology

Abstract Formula One racing represents the pinnacle of motorsport where every intricate detail contributes to the ... more

Newsjacking: How to Inject Your Ideas (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 2:20pm

Place Ballroom G, 4th floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

62 interested

Speakers David Meerman Scott

Topics Campaigning, Communication, Narrative, PR

Abstract The rules have changed. The traditional PR model—sticking closely to a preset script and campaign ... more

Why Invest in Health Tech? (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon A, 4th floor, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

32 interested

Speakers Lisa Suennen, Aneesh Chopra, Shwen Gwee

Topics Health, Startups

Abstract Why Invest in Health Tech? Education, Inspiration, and Funding Advice for (Social) Health Tech Startups. ... more

The Cloud as Skynet: Conquering Digital Overload (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Ballroom EF, Austin Convention Center (map)

46 interested

Speakers Steve Rosenbaum

Topics Big Data, Cloud Computing, Privacy

Abstract Everybody talks about the “cloud” as if it is a digital savior. A beautiful white ... more

Half Day Event - Startup America at SXSW (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Place Salon E, 4th floor, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

47 interested

Topics Startup America, Startups

Abstract Dedicated to helping young companies grow, the Startup America Partnership is providing a place to ... more

Ping Pong Tourney (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Place Room 400, 402, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

19 interested

Topics ping pong, Startups

Abstract Join Startup Village in our inaugural ping pong tourney; you need not be a professional, ... more

How 21st Century Tools Are Disrupting Global Power (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon J, 6th floor, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

44 interested

Speakers Alec Ross

Topics Government

Abstract It has become an article of faith that the United States and Europe are declining ... more

Man vs. Algorithm: Online Video Curation Face-off (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 18ABCD, 4th floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

44 interested

Speakers Marc Hustvedt, Neetzan Zimmerman

Topics Curation, Online Video

Abstract Human or Machine? Who really knows what videos you're going to like best? Online video ... more

Perfect Timing: Evolving GLBT Suicide Prevention (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 10AB, 3rd floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

7 interested

Speakers Dino Hainline

Topics Campaigning, Digital, Health, suicide

Abstract Luck favors the prepared. Build it and they will come. Pithy statements like these are ... more

Rethinking Civilization for the Social Age (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Exhibit Hall 5, Austin Convention Center (map)

82 interested

Speakers Don Tapscott

Topics Civilization, Economics

Abstract The continuing global economic and political crisis should be wakeup call to the world. We ... more

Raise Your Profile Using SXSW (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 12AB, 4th floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

74 interested

Speakers Brian Zisk, Evan Cohen, Hugh Forrest, Theda Sandiford

Topics Careers, Networking, SXSW

Abstract It takes a lot of money and effort to get to SXSW. Now that you've ... more

SXSW Yoga (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 8A, 3rd floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

27 interested

Speakers Ari Stiles

Topics class, Wellness, Yoga

Abstract This is a “come as you are” session meant to accommodate mixed levels of experience ... more

Tweak Your Talk (A Cranky Talk Workshop) (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Place Marigold, Holiday Inn Town Lake (map)

14 interested

Speakers Dan Willis, Adam Polansky

Topics Public Speaking, Workshop

Abstract Who gives a crap that you spoke at South by Southwest? It only counts if ... more

Building a Jewish Presence Through Social Media (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 5ABC, 3rd floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

15 interested

Speakers Bob Watts, Brian Block, Jennifer-Joy Bronk, Leisa Holland-Nelson, William Daroff

Topics Jewish, Social Media

Abstract Quick and effective communication may run afoul of traditional Jewish culture for the “The People ... more

Change Happens: Improv for an Unpredictable World (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Brazos, Marriott Courtyard Austin Downtown/Convention Center (map)

37 interested

Speakers Amanda Hirsch, Jordan Hirsch

Topics Improvisation

Abstract "You're fired." "The test results are positive." "We're out of beer." Change happens - how ... more

CNN's Black in America / Silicon Valley: Aftermath (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 6AB, 3rd floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

25 interested

Speakers Hajj Flemings, Hank Williams, Jason Samuels, Soledad O'Brien, Wayne Sutton

Topics minority, Nanotechnology, Startup Accelerators, Technology

Abstract In the summer of 2011, New Me, the first technology accelerator focused on African American's ... more

battle for the soul user: gamification's darkside

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 2:00pm

Place Ballroom A, 1st floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

17 interested

Topics Gamification

Play Werewolf (Game) Like a Mother Killing Pro (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Place Presentation Tent, Palm Park (map)

23 interested

Speakers Todd Sawicki

Topics Best Practices, Game, Werewolf

Abstract Werewolf, a variation of the Mafia game, is spreading like wildfire in the tech social ... more

The Future of Lifestyle Media (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Capitol E-H, 3rd floor, Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capitol (map)

83 interested

Speakers Andrew Wagner, Camille Styles, Grace Bonney, Tolly Moseley

Topics Innovation, lifestyle, Marketing, Media

Abstract Lifestyle media is big business. And in a down economy, DIY culture (sewing, canning, etc.) ... more

Keeping Loyal Consumers Engaged by Shaking Sh*t Up (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon C, 4th floor, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

63 interested

Speakers Ben Lerer

Topics Consumers, engagement, Investment, Media

Abstract So you’ve developed a loyal consumer-base and built a strong foundation for your business. Now ... more

Making a Grand Entrance: How to Launch a Product (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon B, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

117 interested

Speakers Alex Constantinople, Brandee Barker, Kira Wampler, Margit Wennmachers

Topics Launching, Marketing, Public Relations

Abstract You have the vision, you have the product, and you have the funding; it’s your ... more

Startup Marketing: Big Results with a Small Budget (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Salon D, 4th floor, Hilton Austin Downtown (map)

86 interested

Speakers Krista Neher, Saul Colt

Topics Marketing, Startups

Abstract Are you struggling to market your startup? Do you have a great idea, but aren’t ... more

Wireless Wellness: App-tastic or Just Fun & Games? (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Ballroom D, 4th floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

36 interested

Speakers Ina Fried, Mark Bertolini

Topics Apps, Healthcare

Abstract Imagine an app that could cut saturated fat from your diet. Or one that could ... more

The Concrete Jungle: Nature in an Urban Ecosystem (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Sabine, 2nd floor, Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown (map)

29 interested

Speakers Marielle Anzelone, Yasser Ansari

Topics Cities

Abstract For the first time in history, the majority of people worldwide are living in cities. ... more

Branding Without Bullshit: Building Social Media-Proof Brands (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Capital Ballroom A, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin (map)

10 interested

Speakers Bobby Johns, Britton Upham, Henri Mazza, Rick Wittenbraker, Valerie Petrusson

Topics Branding

Abstract Consumers don’t believe marketing. We believe our experiences. Our friends’ experiences. Even complete strangers’ experiences. ... more

Social Change, Social Media & Social Filmmaking (official session page)

Time Friday 9th March 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Place Room 9ABC, 3rd floor, Austin Convention Center (map)

49 interested

Speakers Dorothy Engelman, Meghan Warby, Rob Dyer, Sherien Barsoum

Topics Activism, Documentary, Film Making, Social Media

Abstract Bringing together top filmmakers, change agents & digital communicators, this panel will share practical tips, ... more

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